UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)

QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025

OR

TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from _____________ to ____________

Commission File No. 000-16867

 
UTG, INC.
 
 
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
     
Delaware
 
20-2907892
(State or other jurisdiction of
 
(I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization)
 
Identification No.)
     
 
205 North Depot Street
 
 
Stanford, KY 40484
 
 
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (217) 241-6300

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
 
Title of each class
Name of each exchange on which registered
       None
                             None

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:

Title of class
Common Stock, stated value $.001 per share

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes   No

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulations S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files). Yes  No

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or emerging growth company.  See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer
Accelerated filer
 
 
Non-accelerated filer 
Smaller reporting company
 
 
 
Emerging growth company

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).  Yes     No
 
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the registrant’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date.

The number of shares outstanding of the registrant’s common stock as of April 30, 2025 was 3,154,657.


UTG, Inc.
(The “Company”)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Part I.   Financial Information
4
Item 1.  Financial Statements
4
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
4
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
5
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
6
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity
7
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
9
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
10
Item 2.  Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
25
Item 4.  Controls and Procedures
33
 
Part II.  Other Information
 
33
Item 1.  Legal Proceedings
33
Item 1A. Risk Factors
33
Item 2.  Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
33
Item 3.  Defaults Upon Senior Securities
33
Item 4.  Mine Safety Disclosures
33
Item 5.  Other Information
33
Item 6.  Exhibits
33
 
Signatures
 
34


Part 1.   Financial Information.
Item 1.  Financial Statements.

UTG, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)

 
March 31, 2025
   
December 31, 2024*
 
ASSETS
 
Investments:
           
Investments, available for sale:
           
Fixed maturities, at fair value (amortized cost $77,127,000 and $80,204,532)
 
$
74,324,760
   
$
76,480,086
 
    Held to maturity redeemable preferred stock, at amortized cost
   
2,500,000
     
2,500,000
 
    Equity securities, at fair value (cost $126,044,929 and $117,599,471)
   
259,242,167
     
234,506,227
 
Equity securities, at cost
   
20,533,580
     
21,203,393
 
Mortgage loans on real estate, at amortized cost  (net of credit loss reserve of $230,000 and $235,000)
   
15,861,496
     
16,277,981
 
Investment real estate, net
   
28,705,507
     
28,615,602
 
Notes receivable (net of credit loss reserve of $195,000 and $195,000)
   
13,894,905
     
12,672,175
 
Policy loans
   
5,646,798
     
5,692,565
 
Short-term investments
   
1,977,093
     
1,954,687
 
Total investments
   
422,686,306
     
399,902,716
 
                 
Cash and cash equivalents
   
36,758,573
     
45,263,967
 
Accrued investment income
   
1,080,264
     
1,264,416
 
Reinsurance receivables:
               
Future policy benefits
   
23,346,063
     
23,525,945
 
Policy claims and other benefits
   
4,382,236
     
4,480,091
 
Cost of insurance acquired
   
1,247,539
     
1,401,081
 
Income tax receivable
   
742,660
     
790,608
 
Other assets
   
892,610
     
317,981
 
Total assets
 
$
491,136,251
   
$
476,946,805
 
                 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
 
Liabilities:
               
Policy liabilities and accruals:
               
Future policyholder benefits
 
$
216,786,456
   
$
218,284,203
 
Policy claims and benefits payable
   
3,468,417
     
3,847,214
 
Other policyholder funds
   
185,720
     
181,541
 
Dividend and endowment accumulations
   
14,587,602
     
14,628,119
 
Deferred income taxes
   
26,968,767
     
23,072,061
 
Other liabilities
   
5,100,172
     
6,339,303
 
Total liabilities
   
267,097,134
     
266,352,441
 
                 
Shareholders' equity:
               
Common stock - no par value, stated value $0.001 per share.  Authorized 7,000,000 shares - 3,155,027 and 3,157,765 shares outstanding
   
3,157
     
3,159
 
Additional paid-in capital
   
32,360,438
     
32,442,486
 
Retained earnings
   
193,406,264
     
180,631,577
 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
   
(2,213,770
)
   
(2,942,313
)
Total UTG shareholders' equity
   
223,556,089
     
210,134,909
 
Noncontrolling interest
   
483,028
     
459,455
 
Total shareholders' equity
   
224,039,117
     
210,594,364
 
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity
 
$
491,136,251
   
$
476,946,805
 

* Balance sheet audited at December 31, 2024.

See accompanying notes.

UTG, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)

 
Three Months Ended
 
   
March 31,
   
March 31,
 
   
2025
   
2024
 
         
(as restated)
 
Revenue:
           
Premiums and policy fees
 
$
1,914,317
   
$
2,000,085
 
Ceded reinsurance premiums and policy fees
   
(462,313
)
   
(529,761
)
Net investment income
   
3,118,736
     
2,953,382
 
Other income
   
66,181
     
68,267
 
Revenue before net investment gains
   
4,636,921
     
4,491,973
 
Net investment gains:
               
Other realized investment gains, net
   
975,769
     
37,470
 
Change in fair value of equity securities
   
16,290,482
     
12,376,263
 
Total net investment gains
   
17,266,251
     
12,413,733
 
Total revenue
   
21,903,172
     
16,905,706
 
                 
Benefits and other expenses:
               
Benefits, claims and settlement expenses:
               
Life
   
3,401,007
     
3,644,451
 
Ceded reinsurance benefits and claims
   
(616,386
)
   
(1,165,352
)
Annuity
   
243,966
     
251,735
 
Dividends to policyholders
   
81,149
     
81,277
 
Commissions and amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs
   
(29,690
)
   
(30,283
)
Amortization of cost of insurance acquired
   
153,542
     
158,954
 
Operating expenses
   
2,120,334
     
2,081,722
 
   Interest expense
   
0
     
11,600
 
Total benefits and other expenses
   
5,353,922
     
5,034,104
 
                 
Income before income taxes
   
16,549,250
     
11,871,602
 
Income tax expense
   
3,750,990
     
2,602,806
 
                 
Net income
   
12,798,260
     
9,268,796
 
                 
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
   
(23,573
)
   
(29,017
)
                 
Net income attributable to common shareholders
 
$
12,774,687
   
$
9,239,779
 
                 
Amounts attributable to common shareholders
               
Basic income per share
 
$
4.05
   
$
2.92
 
                 
Diluted income per share
 
$
4.05
   
$
2.92
 
                 
Basic weighted average shares outstanding
   
3,156,550
     
3,169,375
 
                 
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding
   
3,156,550
     
3,169,375
 

See accompanying notes.
UTG, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Unaudited)

 
Three Months Ended
 
   
March 31,
   
March 31,
 
   
2025
   
2024
 
         
(as restated)
 
             
Net income
 
$
12,798,260
   
$
9,268,796
 
                 
Other comprehensive income (loss):
               
                 
Unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during period, pre-tax
   
922,207
     
(784,888
)
Tax (expense) benefit on unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during the period
   
(193,664
)
   
164,827
 
Unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during period, net of tax
   
728,543
     
(620,061
)
                 
Less reclassification adjustment for gains included in net income (loss)
   
0
     
0
 
Tax expense for gains included in net income (loss)
   
0
     
0
 
Reclassification adjustment for gains included in net income (loss), net of tax
   
0
     
0
 
    Subtotal: Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
   
728,543
     
(620,061
)
                 
Comprehensive income
   
13,526,803
     
8,648,735
 
                 
Less comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests
   
(23,573
)
   
(29,017
)
                 
Comprehensive income attributable to UTG, Inc.
 
$
13,503,230
   
$
8,619,718
 

See accompanying notes.
UTG, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity (Unaudited)

Three Months Ended March 31, 2025
Common Stock
Additional Paid-In Capital
Retained Earnings
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Noncontrolling Interest
Total Shareholders' Equity
             
Balance at Janauary 1, 2025
$
3,159
$
32,442,486
$
180,631,577
$
(2,942,313)
$
459,455
$
210,594,364
Common stock issued during year
 
1
 
13,973
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
13,974
Treasury shares acquired
 
(3)
 
(96,021)
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
(96,024)
Net income attributable to common shareholders
 
0
 
0
 
12,774,687
 
0
 
0
 
12,774,687
Unrealized holding gain on securities net of noncontrolling interest and reclassification adjustment and taxes
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
728,543
 
0
 
728,543
Gain attributable to noncontrolling interest
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
23,573
 
23,573
Balance at March 31, 2025
$
3,157
$
32,360,438
$
193,406,264
$
(2,213,770)
$
483,028
$
224,039,117

Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 (as restated)
Common Stock
Additional Paid-In Capital
Retained Earnings
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Noncontrolling Interest
Total Shareholders' Equity
                         
Balance at January 1, 2024
$
3,167
$
32,613,817
$
131,330,062
$
(2,720,582)
$
463,329
$
161,689,793
Common stock issued during year
 
10
 
299,304
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
299,314
Treasury shares acquired
 
(4)
 
(108,910)
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
(108,914)
Net income attributable to common shareholders
 
0
 
0
 
9,239,779
 
0
 
0
 
9,239,779
Unrealized holding loss on securities net of noncontrolling interest and reclassification adjustment and taxes
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
(620,061)
 
0
 
(620,061)
Gain attributable to noncontrolling interest
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
0
 
29,017
 
29,017
Balance at March 31, 2024
$
3,173
$
32,804,211
$
140,569,841
$
(3,340,643)
$
492,346
$
170,528,928

See accompanying notes.


UTG, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)

 
Three Months Ended
 
   
March 31,
   
March 31,
 
   
2025
   
2024
 
Cash flows from operating activities:
       
(as restated)
 
Net income
 
$
12,798,260
   
$
9,268,796
 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash used in operating activities:
               
Amortization (accretion) of investments
   
55,126
     
(254,643
)
Realized investment gains, net
   
(975,769
)
   
(37,470
)
Change in fair value of equity securities
   
(16,290,482
)
   
(12,376,263
)
Unrealized trading losses included in income
   
0
     
7,301
 
Amortization of cost of insurance acquired
   
153,542
     
158,954
 
Provision for deferred income taxes
   
3,703,042
     
2,557,601
 
Depreciation and depletion
   
375,893
     
462,855
 
Stock-based compensation
   
13,974
     
299,314
 
Charges for mortality and administration of universal life and annuity products
   
(1,354,014
)
   
(1,374,829
)
Interest credited to account balances
   
872,357
     
901,542
 
Change in accrued investment income
   
184,152
     
280,803
 
Change in reinsurance receivables
   
277,737
     
99,789
 
Change in policy liabilities and accruals
   
(1,298,156
)
   
(1,219,854
)
Change in income taxes receivable
   
47,948
     
45,205
 
Change in other assets and liabilities, net
   
(1,818,821
)
   
(835,179
)
Net cash used in operating activities
   
(3,255,211
)
   
(2,016,078
)
                 
Cash flows from investing activities:
               
Proceeds from investments sold and matured:
               
Fixed maturities available for sale
   
3,000,000
     
5,000,000
 
Equity securities
   
2,331,830
     
3,519,729
 
Trading securities
   
0
     
102,699
 
Mortgage loans
   
1,096,597
     
209,928
 
Notes receivable
   
95,403
     
421,847
 
Real estate
   
0
     
722,925
 
Policy loans
   
248,124
     
247,513
 
Short-term investments
   
0
     
15,750,000
 
Total proceeds from investments sold and matured
   
6,771,954
     
25,974,641
 
Cost of investments acquired:
               
Equity securities
   
(9,131,704
)
   
(3,107,915
)
Mortgage loans
   
(675,112
)
   
(599,189
)
Notes receivable
   
(1,318,133
)
   
(800,000
)
Real estate
   
(465,800
)
   
(545,180
)
Policy loans
   
(202,355
)
   
(224,197
)
Total cost of investments acquired
   
(11,793,104
)
   
(5,276,481
)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
   
(5,021,150
)
   
20,698,160
 
                 
Cash flows from financing activities:
               
Policyholder contract deposits
   
1,025,008
     
1,046,208
 
Policyholder contract withdrawals
   
(1,158,017
)
   
(978,348
)
Payments of principal on notes payable/line of credit
   
0
     
(19,000,000
)
Purchase of treasury stock
   
(96,024
)
   
(108,914
)
Net cash used in financing activities
   
(229,033
)
   
(19,041,054
)
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
   
(8,505,394
)
   
(358,972
)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
   
45,263,967
     
41,185,196
 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
 
$
36,758,573
   
$
40,826,224
 

See accompanying notes.


UTG, Inc.

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
 (Unaudited)

Note 1 – Basis of Presentation

The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as of March 31, 2025, which has been derived from audited consolidated financial statements, and the unaudited interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of UTG, Inc. (the “Parent”) and its subsidiaries (collectively with the Parent, the “Company”).  All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.  The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 8 of regulation S-X.  Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and notes required by GAAP for audited annual financial statements.  The information furnished includes all adjustments and accruals of a normal recurring nature, which in the opinion of Management, are necessary for a fair presentation of the results for the interim periods.  The unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included herein and these related notes should be read in conjunction with the Company’s consolidated financial statements, and the notes thereto, included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024The Company’s results of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2025 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the year ending December 31, 2025 or for any other future period.

This document at times will refer to the Registrant’s largest shareholder, Mr. Jesse T. Correll and certain companies controlled by Mr. Correll.  Mr. Correll holds a majority ownership of First Southern Funding, LLC (“FSF”), a Kentucky corporation, and First Southern Bancorp, Inc. (“FSBI”), a financial services holding company.  FSBI operates through its 100% owned subsidiary bank, First Southern National Bank (“FSNB”).  Banking activities are conducted through multiple locations within south-central and western Kentucky.  Mr. Correll is Chairman of the Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer, President, and a Director of UTG and is currently UTG’s largest shareholder through his ownership control of FSF, FSBI and affiliates. At March 31, 2025, Mr. Correll owns or controls directly and indirectly approximately 66% of UTG’s outstanding stock.

UTG’s life insurance subsidiary, Universal Guaranty Life Insurance Company (“UG”), has several wholly-owned and majority-owned subsidiaries.  The subsidiaries were formed to hold certain real estate investments.  The real estate investments were placed into the limited liability companies and partnerships to provide additional protection to the policyholders and to UG.

Certain amounts in prior periods have been reclassified to conform with the current period presentation.

Subsequent Events - Management has evaluated subsequent events for recognition and disclosure in the consolidated financial statements through the date the consolidated financial statements were available to be issued. The Company did not identify any subsequent events requiring recognition or disclosure.

Note 2 – Recently Issued Accounting Standards

During the three months ended March 31, 2025, there were no additions to or changes in the critical accounting policies disclosed in the 2024 Form 10-K.

Note 3 – Investments

Investment in Fixed Maturity Securities

The Company’s insurance subsidiary is regulated by insurance statutes and regulations as to the type of investments they are permitted to make, and the amount of funds that may be used for any one type of investment.

Investments in fixed maturity securities are summarized by type as follows:

March 31, 2025
 
Original or Amortized Cost
   
Gross Unrealized Gains
   
Gross Unrealized Losses
   
Fair Value
 
U.S. Government and govt. agencies and authorities
 
$
21,350,685
   
$
30,438
   
$
(346,542
)
 
$
21,034,581
 
U.S. special revenue and assessments
   
7,521,174
     
0
     
(174,921
)
   
7,346,253
 
All other corporate bonds
   
48,255,141
     
111,945
     
(2,423,160
)
   
45,943,926
 
Total fixed maturities, at fair value
 
$
77,127,000
   
$
142,383
   
$
(2,944,623
)
 
$
74,324,760
 
                                 
Held to maturity redeemable preferred stock, at amortized cost
 
$
2,500,000
   
$
0
   
$
0
   
$
2,500,000
 

December 31, 2024
 
Original or Amortized Cost
   
Gross Unrealized Gains
   
Gross Unrealized Losses
   
Fair Value
 
U.S. Government and govt. agencies and authorities
 
$
21,354,053
   
$
1,484
   
$
(473,243
)
 
$
20,882,294
 
U.S. special revenue and assessments
   
7,522,751
     
0
     
(288,560
)
   
7,234,191
 
All other corporate bonds
   
51,327,728
     
47,632
     
(3,011,759
)
   
48,363,601
 
Total fixed maturities, at fair value
 
$
80,204,532
   
$
49,116
   
$
(3,773,562
)
 
$
76,480,086
 
                                 
Held to maturity redeemable preferred stock, at amortized cost
 
$
2,500,000
   
$
0
   
$
0
   
$
2,500,000
 

The amortized cost and estimated market value of fixed maturity securities at March 31, 2025, by contractual maturity, is shown below.

Fixed Maturity Securities
March 31, 2025
 
Amortized Cost
   
Fair Value
 
Due in one year or less
 
$
9,200,235
   
$
9,138,113
 
Due after one year through five years
   
43,437,810
     
42,801,102
 
Due after five years through ten years
   
6,373,439
     
6,134,165
 
Due after ten years
   
18,115,516
     
16,251,380
 
Total
 
$
77,127,000
   
$
74,324,760
 

Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities due to the exercise of call or prepayment options.

By insurance statute, the majority of the Company’s investment portfolio is invested in investment grade securities to provide ample protection for policyholders.

Below investment grade debt securities generally provide higher yields and involve greater risks than investment grade debt securities because their issuers typically are more highly leveraged and more vulnerable to adverse economic conditions than investment grade issuers.  In addition, the trading market for these securities is usually more limited than for investment grade debt securities. Debt securities classified as below-investment grade are those that receive a Standard & Poor’s rating of BB+ or below.

The Company held below investment grade investments with an estimated market value of $0 as of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024.

The following tables present the estimated fair value and gross unrealized losses of fixed maturity securities in an unrealized loss position:

March 31, 2025
 
Less than 12 months
   
12 months or longer
   
Total
 
   
Fair value
   
Unrealized losses
   
Fair value
   
Unrealized losses
   
Fair value
   
Unrealized losses
 
U.S. Government and govt. agencies and authorities
 
$
1,000,270
     
(975
)
   
10,466,960
   
$
(345,567
)
   
11,467,230
   
$
(346,542
)
U.S. Special Revenue and Assessments
   
0
     
0
     
7,346,253
     
(174,921
)
   
7,346,253
     
(174,921
)
All other corporate bonds
   
523,275
     
(339
)
   
38,696,395
     
(2,422,821
)
   
39,219,670
     
(2,423,160
)
Total fixed maturities
 
$
1,523,545
     
(1,314
)
   
56,509,608
     
(2,943,309
)
   
58,033,153
   
$
(2,944,623
)

December 31, 2024
 
Less than 12 months
   
12 months or longer
   
Total
 
   
Fair value
   
Unrealized losses
   
Fair value
   
Unrealized losses
   
Fair value
   
Unrealized losses
 
U.S. Government and govt. agencies and authorities
 
$
10,022,087
     
(19,341
)
   
10,360,047
     
(453,902
)
   
20,382,134
   
$
(473,243
)
U.S. special revenue and assessments
   
0
     
0
     
7,234,191
     
(288,560
)
   
7,234,191
     
(288,560
)
All other corporate bonds
   
6,457,282
     
(38,492
)
   
38,176,295
     
(2,973,267
)
   
44,633,577
     
(3,011,759
)
Total fixed maturities
 
$
16,479,369
     
(57,833
)
   
55,770,533
     
(3,715,729
)
   
72,249,902
   
$
(3,773,562
)

Additional information regarding investments in an unrealized loss position is as follows:

 
Less than 12 months
   
12 months or longer
   
Total
 
As of March 31, 2025
                 
Fixed maturities
   
2
     
33
     
35
 
As of December 31, 2024
                       
Fixed maturities
   
9
     
33
     
42
 

Allowance for Credit Loss - Available for Sale Securities

Management considers a wide range of factors about the security issuer and uses its best judgment in evaluating the cause of the decline in the estimated fair value of the security and in assessing the prospects for near-term recovery. Inherent in management’s evaluation of the security are assumptions and estimates about the operations of the issuer and its future earnings potential. Considerations used in the credit loss evaluation process include, but are not limited to: (1) the extent to which the estimated fair value has been below amortized cost, (2) adverse conditions specifically related to a security, an industry sector, adverse change in the financial condition of the issuer of the security, (3) payment structure of the security and likelihood of the issuer being able to make payments, (4) failure of the issuer to make scheduled interest and principal payments, (5) whether the issuer, or series of issuers or an industry has suffered a catastrophic loss or has exhausted natural resources, (6) whether the Company has the intent to sell or will more likely than not be required to sell a particular security before the decline in estimated fair value below amortized cost recovers,  (7) changes in the rating of the security by a rating agency, and (8) other subjective factors.

Substantially all of the unrealized losses on fixed maturity securities at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024 are attributable to changes in market interest rates and general disruptions in the credit market subsequent to purchase. At March 31, 2025, the Company did not intend to sell its securities in an unrealized loss position, and it was not more likely than not that the Company would be required to sell these securities before the anticipated recovery of the remaining amortized cost. Therefore, the Company concluded that these securities had not incurred a credit loss and should not have an allowance for credit loss at March 31, 2025.

Future provisions for credit loss will depend primarily on economic fundamentals, issuer performance, and changes in credit ratings.

Net unrealized losses included in other comprehensive income (loss) for investments classified as available-for-sale, net of the effect of deferred income taxes, assuming that the depreciation had been realized as of  March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024:

 
March 31, 2025
   
December 31, 2024
 
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on available-for-sale securities
 
$
(2,802,240
)
 
$
(3,724,446
)
Deferred income taxes
   
588,470
     
782,133
 
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on available-for-sale securities
 
$
(2,213,770
)
 
$
(2,942,313
)


Cost Method Equity Investments

The Company held equity investments with an aggregate cost of $20,533,580 and $21,203,393 at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively.  These equity investments were not reported at fair value because it is not practicable to estimate their fair values due to insufficient information being available. Management reviews and considers events or changes in circumstances that might have a significant adverse effect on the reported value of those investments. Management did not identify any events or changes in circumstances that might have a significant adverse effect on the reported value of those investments.


Mortgage Loans

The Company, from time to time, acquires mortgage loans through participation agreements with FSNB.  FSNB has been able to provide the Company with additional expertise and experience in underwriting commercial and residential mortgage loans, which provide more attractive yields than the traditional bond market. The Company is able to receive participations from FSNB for three primary reasons:  1) FSNB has already reached its maximum lending limit to a single borrower, but the borrower is still considered a suitable risk; 2) the interest rate on a particular loan may be fixed for a long period that is more suitable for UG given its asset-liability structure; and 3) FSNB’s loan growth might at times outpace its deposit growth, resulting in FSNB participating such excess loan growth rather than turning customers away. For originated loans, the Company’s Management is responsible for the final approval of such loans after evaluation. Before a new loan is issued, the applicant is subject to certain criteria set forth by Company Management to ensure quality control.  These criteria include, but are not limited to, a credit report, personal financial information such as outstanding debt, sources of income, and personal equity.  Once the loan is approved, the Company directly funds the loan to the borrower.  The Company bears all risk of loss associated with the terms of the mortgage with the borrower.

During the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, the Company acquired $675,112 and $599,189 in mortgage loans, respectively.  FSNB services the majority of the Company’s mortgage loan portfolio. The Company pays FSNB a 0.25% servicing fee on these loans and a one-time fee at loan origination of 0.50% of the original loan cost to cover costs incurred by FSNB relating to the processing and establishment of the loan.

During 2025 and 2024, the maximum and minimum lending rates for mortgage loans were:

 
2025
   
2024
 
   
Maximum rate
   
Minimum rate
   
Maximum rate
   
Minimum rate
 
Farm Loans
   
8.00
%
   
8.00
%
   
8.00
%
   
8.00
%
Commercial Loans
   
10.00
%
   
4.00
%
   
10.00
%
   
4.00
%
Residential Loans
   
5.00
%
   
4.15
%
   
5.00
%
   
4.15
%

Most mortgage loans are first position loans.  Loans issued are generally limited to no more than 80% of the appraised value of the property.

The Company has in place a monitoring system to provide Management with information regarding potential troubled loans.  Letters are sent to each mortgagee when the loan becomes 30 days or more delinquent.  Management is provided with a monthly listing of loans that are 60 days or more past due. All loans 90 days or more past due are placed on a non-performing status and classified as delinquent loans.  Quarterly, coinciding with external financial reporting, the Company reviews each delinquent loan and determines how each delinquent loan should be classified.  Management believes the current internal controls surrounding the mortgage loan selection process provide a quality portfolio with minimal risk of foreclosure and/or negative financial impact.

Changes in the current economy could have a negative impact on the loans, including the financial stability of the borrowers, the borrowers’ ability to pay or to refinance, the value of the property held as collateral and the ability to find purchasers at favorable prices. Interest accruals are analyzed based on the likelihood of repayment.  In no event will interest continue to accrue when accrued interest along with the outstanding principal exceeds the net realizable value of the property. The Company does not utilize a specified number of days delinquent to cause an automatic non-accrual status.

The following table summarizes the mortgage loan holdings of the Company:

 
March 31, 2025
 
December 31, 2024
In good standing
$
15,861,496
 
$
16,277,981
Total mortgage loans
$
15,861,496
 
$
16,277,981

The following is a summary of the mortgage loans outstanding and the related allowance for credit losses:

 
March 31, 2025
   
December 31, 2024
 
Farm
 
$
316,808
   
$
321,774
 
Commercial
   
14,346,797
     
14,749,509
 
Residential
   
1,427,891
     
1,441,698
 
Total mortgage loans
   
16,091,496
     
16,512,981
 
Less allowance for credit losses
   
(230,000
)
   
(235,000
)
Total mortgage loans, net
 
$
15,861,496
   
$
16,277,981
 

There were no  past due loans as of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024.

Notes Receivable

Notes receivable represent collateral loans and promissory notes issued by the Company and are reported at their unpaid principal balances, adjusted for valuation allowances.  Interest accruals are analyzed based on the likelihood of repayment.  The Company does not utilize a specified number of days delinquent to cause an automatic non-accrual status. During the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 the Company acquired $1,318,133 and $800,000 of notes receivable, respectively.
 
Before a new note is issued, the applicant is subject to certain criteria set forth by Company Management to ensure quality control.  Once the note is approved, the Company directly funds the note to the borrower. Several of the notes have participation agreements in place, whereas the Company has reduced its investment in the note receivable by participating a portion of the note to a third party.

Similar to the mortgage loans, FSNB services the notes receivable. The Company, and the participants in the notes, share in the risk of loss associated with the terms of the note with the borrower, based upon their ownership percentage in the note.  The Company has in place a monitoring system to provide Management with information regarding potential troubled loans.

The following is a summary of the notes receivable outstanding and the related allowance for credit losses:

 
March 31, 2025
   
December 31, 2024
 
Notes receivable
 
$
14,089,905
   
$
12,867,175
 
Less allowance for credit losses
   
(195,000
)
   
(195,000
)
Total notes receivable, net
 
$
13,894,905
   
$
12,672,175
 

Allowance for Credit Loss - Loans

The allowance for credit loss ("ACL") is a valuation account that is deducted from the loans' amortized cost basis to present the net amount expected to be collected on the loans. Loans are charged off against the allowance when Management believes the uncollectibility of a loan balance is confirmed. Expected recoveries do not exceed the aggregate of amounts previously charged-off and expected to be charged-off.

The allowance for credit losses represents Management's estimate of lifetime credit losses inherent in loans as of the balance sheet date. The allowance for credit losses is estimated by Management using relevant available information, from both internal and external sources, relating to past events, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts.

The Company measures expected credit losses for loans on a pooled basis when similar risk characteristics exist. The Company has identified the following portfolio segments - mortgage loans on real estate and notes receivable.

The allowance for credit losses calculation includes subjective adjustments for qualitative risk factors that are likely to cause estimated credit losses to differ from historical experience. These qualitative adjustments may increase or reduce reserve levels and include adjustments for risk tolerance, loan review and audit results, asset quality and portfolio trends, industry concentrations, external factors and economic conditions.

Loans that do not share risk characteristics are evaluated on an individual basis. When Management determines that foreclosure is probable and the borrower is experiencing financial difficulty, the expected credit losses are based on the fair value of collateral at the reporting date unadjusted for selling costs as appropriate.

Allowance for Credit Loss - Unfunded Commitments

Financial instruments include off-balance sheet credit instruments, such as commitments to make loans and commercial letters of credit issued to meet customer financing needs. The Company's exposure to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by the other party to the financial instrument for off-balance sheet loan commitments is represented by the contractual amount of those instruments. Such financial instruments are recorded when they are funded.

The Company records an allowance for credit losses on off-balance sheet credit exposures, unless the commitments to extend credit are unconditionally cancelable, through a charge to provision for unfunded commitments in the Company's income statements. The allowance for credit losses on off-balance sheet credit exposures is estimated by loan segment at each balance sheet date under the current expected credit loss model using the same methodologies as portfolio loans, taking into consideration the likelihood that funding will occur as well a any third-party guarantees. The allowance for unfunded commitments as of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024 was $55,000 and $50,000, respectively, and is included in other liabilities on the Company's Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Allowance for Credit Loss - Accrued Interest

Accrued interest is not included in the ACL and if deemed uncollectible, it is charged against interest income when determined to be uncollectible.

Allowance for Credit Loss - Summary of Activity

The following is a summary of activity related to the allowance for credit loss:

   
Allowance For Credit Losses
   
Mortgage
 
Notes
 
Unfunded
     
   
Loans
 
Receivable
 
Commitments
   
Total
January 1, 2024
$
274,000
 
250,000
 
51,000
 
$
575,000
2024 Change in allowance
 
(39,000)
 
(55,000)
 
(1,000)
   
(95,000)
December 31, 2024
 
235,000
 
195,000
 
50,000
   
480,000
2025 Change in allowance
 
(5,000)
 
0
 
5,000
   
0
March 31, 2025
$
230,000
 
195,000
 
55,000
 
$
480,000

Investment Real Estate

Real estate held-for-investment is stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed on a straight-line basis for financial reporting purposes using estimated useful lives of 3 to 30 years. The Company periodically reviews its real estate held-for-investment for impairment and tests for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable. During the three months ended March 31, 2025, no impairments were recognized on the investment real estate.

Note 4 - Fair Value Measurements of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements provides further information regarding the fair value of financial instruments that are not measured at fair value. The investment real estate owned by the Company is included in this portion of the Note 4 - Fair Value Measurements disclosure.

The following table provides an allocation of the Company’s investment real estate by type:

 
March 31, 2025
   
December 31, 2024
 
Raw land
 
$
16,746,147
   
$
16,446,147
 
Commercial
   
4,683,185
     
6,269,217
 
Residential
   
1,923,726
     
1,932,390
 
Land, minerals and royalty interests
   
5,352,449
     
3,967,848
 
Total investment real estate
 
$
28,705,507
   
$
28,615,602
 

The Company’s investment real estate portfolio includes ownership in oil and gas royalties. As of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, investments in oil and gas royalties represented 19% and 20%, respectively, of the total investment real estate portfolio.  See Note 9 – Concentrations of Credit Risk of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the allocation of the oil and gas investment real estate holdings by industry type.

Gains and losses recognized on the disposition of the properties are recorded as realized gains and losses in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. During the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, the Company acquired $465,800 and $545,180 of investment real estate, respectively.

Short-Term Investments

Short-term investments have remaining maturities exceeding three months and under 12 months at the time of purchase and are stated at amortized cost, which approximates fair value. The short-term investments consist of United States Treasury securities.

During 2025 and 2024, the Company acquired $0 in short-term investments.


Net Investment Gains (Losses)

The following table presents net investment gains (losses) and the change in net unrealized gains on available-for-sale investments. 

 
Three Months Ended
 
   
March 31,
 
   
2025
   
2024
 
Realized gains:
           
Sales of real estate
 
$
0
   
$
37,461
 
Sales of equity securities
   
975,769
     
0
 
Sales of short-term investments
   
0
     
9
 
Total realized gains
   
975,769
     
37,470
 
Realized losses:
               
Sales of equity securities
   
0
     
0
 
Sales of short-term investments
   
0
     
0
 
Total realized losses
   
0
     
0
 
Net realized investment gains
   
975,769
     
37,470
 
Change in fair value of equity securities:
               
Change in fair value of equity securities held at the end of the period
   
16,290,482
     
12,376,263
 
Change in fair value of equity securities
   
16,290,482
     
12,376,263
 
Net investment gains
 
$
17,266,251
   
$
12,413,733
 
Change in net unrealized gains (losses) on available-for-sale investments included in other comprehensive income:
               
Fixed maturities
 
$
922,207
   
$
(784,888
)
Net increase (decrease)
 
$
922,207
   
$
(784,888
)

Note 4 – Fair Value Measurements

Fair Value Measurements on a Recurring Basis

Assets and liabilities recorded at fair value in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets are measured and classified in accordance with a fair value hierarchy consisting of three levels based on the observability of valuation inputs:

Level 1 – Valuation is based upon quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets.

Level 2 – Valuation methodologies include quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets or quoted prices for identical, quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active, or the Company may use various valuation techniques or pricing models that use observable inputs to measure fair value.

Level 3 – Valuation is based upon unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities. Unobservable inputs reflect the Company’s own assumptions about the inputs that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.

In certain cases, the inputs used to measure fair value may fall into different levels of the fair value hierarchy. In such cases, the level in the fair value hierarchy within which the fair value measurement in its entirety falls is determined based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety.

The following table presents information about assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis and indicates the level of the fair value measurement based on the observability of the inputs used:

March 31, 2025
 
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
   
Total
 
Fixed maturity securities:
                       
U.S. Government and government agencies and authorities
 
$
21,034,581
   
$
0
   
$
0
   
$
21,034,581
 
U.S. special revenue and assessments
   
0
     
7,346,253
     
0
     
7,346,253
 
Corporate securities
   
0
     
45,943,926
     
0
     
45,943,926
 
Total fixed maturities
   
21,034,581
     
53,290,179
     
0
     
74,324,760
 
Equity securities:
                               
Common stocks
   
63,931,597
     
6,247,600
     
3,133,060
     
73,312,257
 
Limited liability companies
   
0
     
0
     
84,115,542
     
84,115,542
 
Total equity securities
   
63,931,597
     
6,247,600
     
87,248,602
     
157,427,799
 
Short-term investments
   
1,977,093
     
0
     
0
     
1,977,093
 
Total financial assets
 
$
86,943,271
   
$
59,537,779
   
$
87,248,602
   
$
233,729,652
 

December 31, 2024
 
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
   
Total
 
Fixed maturity securities:
                       
U.S. Government and government agencies and authorities
 
$
20,882,294
   
$
0
   
$
0
   
$
20,882,294
 
U.S. special revenue and assessments
   
0
     
7,234,191
     
0
     
7,234,191
 
Corporate securities
   
0
     
48,363,601
     
0
     
48,363,601
 
Total fixed maturities
   
20,882,294
     
55,597,792
     
0
     
76,480,086
 
Equity securities:
                               
Common stocks
   
59,125,859
     
5,519,600
     
3,064,983
     
67,710,442
 
Limited liability companies
   
0
     
0
     
82,654,596
     
82,654,596
 
Total equity securities
   
59,125,859
     
5,519,600
     
85,719,579
     
150,365,038
 
Short-term investments
   
1,954,687
     
0
     
0
     
1,954,687
 
Total financial assets
 
$
81,962,840
   
$
61,117,392
   
$
85,719,579
   
$
228,799,811
 

Total assets included in the fair value hierarchy exclude certain equity securities that were measured at estimated fair value using the net asset value (“NAV”) per share practical expedient. At March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, the estimated fair value of such investments was $101,814,368 and $84,141,189, respectively. These investments are generally not readily redeemable by the investee.

The following is a description of the valuation techniques used the by Company to measure assets reported at fair value on a recurring basis. There have been no significant changes in the valuation techniques utilized by the Company for the three months ended March 31, 2025.

Available for Sale Securities

Securities classified as available for sale are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. Securities classified as Level 1 utilized fair value measurements based upon quoted market prices, when available. If quoted market prices are not available, the Company obtains fair value measurements from recently executed transactions, market price quotations, benchmark yields and issuer spreads to value Level 2 securities. In certain instances where Level 1 or Level 2 inputs are not available, securities are classified within Level 3 of the hierarchy. Fair value determinations for Level 3 measurements are estimated on a quarterly basis where assumptions used are reviewed to ensure the estimated fair value complies with accounting standards generally accepted in the United States.

Equity Securities at Fair Value

Equity securities consist of common and preferred stocks and limited liability companies mainly in private equity investments, financial institutions and publicly traded corporations. Equity securities for which there is sufficient market data are categorized as Level 1 or 2 in the fair value hierarchy.  For the equity securities in which quoted market prices are not available, the Company uses industry standard pricing methodologies, including discounted cash flow models that may incorporate various inputs such as payment expectations, risk of the investment, market data, and health of the underlying company. The inputs are based upon Management’s assumptions and available market information. When evidence is believed to support a change to the carrying value from the transaction price, adjustments are made to reflect the expected cash flows, material events and market data. These investments are included in Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy.

Change in Recurring Fair Value Measurements

The following table presents the changes in Level 3 equity securities measured at fair value on a recurring basis, and the realized and unrealized gains (losses) related to the Level 3 equity securities.

     
Investments in
       
Investments in Common Stocks
 
Limited Liability Companies
 
Total
 
Balance at December 31, 2024
 
$
3,064,983
   
$
82,654,596
   
$
85,719,579
 
Unrealized gains (losses)
   
68,077
     
1,460,946
     
1,529,023
 
Balance at March 31, 2025
 
$
3,133,060
   
$
84,115,542
   
$
87,248,602
 

Both observable and unobservable inputs may be used to determine the fair values of positions classified in Level 3 in the table above. As a result, the unrealized gains (losses) on instruments held at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024 may include changes in fair value that were attributable to both observable and unobservable inputs.

Assets and liabilities are transferred into Level 3 when a significant input cannot be corroborated with market observable data. This occurs when market activity decreases significantly and underlying inputs cannot be observed, current prices are not available, and/or when there are significant variances in quoted prices, thereby affecting transparency. Assets and liabilities are transferred out of Level 3 when circumstances change such that a significant input can be corroborated with market observable data. This may be due to a significant increase in market activity, a specific event, or one or more significant input(s) becoming observable.

Quantitative Information About Level 3 Fair Value Measurements

The following table presents information about the significant unobservable inputs used for recurring fair value measurements for certain Level 3 instruments and includes only those instruments for which information about the inputs is reasonably available to the Company, such as data from independent third-party valuation service providers and from internal valuation models.

Financial Assets
 
Fair Value at
March 31, 2025
   
Fair Value at
December 31, 2024
 
Valuation Technique
Common stocks
 
$
3,133,060
   
$
3,064,983
 
Pricing Model
Limited liability companies
   
84,115,542
     
82,654,596
 
Pricing Model
Total
 
$
87,248,602
   
$
85,719,579
   

Uncertainty of Fair Value Measurements

The significant unobservable inputs used in the determination of the fair value of assets classified as Level 3 have an inherent measurement uncertainty that if changed could result in higher or lower fair value measurements of these assets as of the reporting date.

Equity Securities at Fair Value

Fair market value for equity securities is derived based on unobservable inputs, such as projected normalized revenues and industry standard multiples of revenue for the equity securities valued using pricing model.  Significant increases (decreases) in either of those inputs in isolation would result in a significantly higher (lower) fair value measurement.

Investments in Certain Entities Carried at Fair Value Using Net Asset Value per Share

The Company holds certain equity securities that are measured at estimated fair value using the NAV per share practical expedient. These investments are generally not readily redeemable by the investee. The following tables provide additional information regarding the assets carried at NAV.

Investments in Certain Entities Carried at Fair Value Using Net Asset Value per Share

Investment Category
 
Fair Value at
March 31, 2025
   
Unfunded Commitments
   
Redemption Frequency
   
Redemption Notice Period
 
Equity securities
                       
  Growth Equity
                       
Redeemable
                       
   Limited partnership
 
$
57,942,728
   
$
0
   
Quarterly
   
45 days
 
Non-redeemable
                           
  Limited liability companies
   
4,267,958
     
4,217,742
     
n/a
     
n/a
 
  Limited partnerships
   
39,603,682
     
1,875,955
     
n/a
     
n/a
 
Total
 
$
101,814,368
   
$
6,093,697
                 

Investment Category
 
Fair Value at December 31, 2024
   
Unfunded Commitments
   
Redemption Frequency
   
Redemption Notice Period
 
Equity securities
                       
  Growth Equity
                       
Redeemable
                       
   Limited partnership
 
$
52,518,353
   
$
0
   
Quarterly
   
45 days
 
Non-redeemable
                           
   Limited liability companies
   
4,802,917
     
2,100,000
     
n/a
     
n/a
 
   Limited partnerships
   
26,819,919
     
2,025,771
     
n/a
     
n/a
 
Total
 
$
84,141,189
   
$
4,125,771
                 

The following are descriptions of the Company's assets held at NAV.

The Company invested in a limited partnership  that was formed under the laws of the State of Delaware in 1999, as a Delaware limited partnership (“LP”). The Limited Partnership Agreement provides for the Fund to continue until dissolved. There are significant restrictions to the dissolution process, which are outlined in the LP Agreement. The Fund invests in listed equity and fixed income securities as well as non-listed securities, including direct-owned minerals and other royalties. In 2013, UG entered into an irrevocable subscription agreement to invest in the LP.

The Company invested in a Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) that was formed under the laws of the state of Delaware in 2020. The LLC agreement provides for the Company to continue until dissolved. There are significant restrictions to the dissolution process, which are outlined in the LLC Agreement. The LLC Company was formed for the purpose of acquiring, making investments in, and owning, holding, and growing operating businesses through the United States. In 2020, UG entered into a LLC Agreement to invest in this LLC.

The Company invested in a Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) that was formed under the laws of the state of Delaware. The LLC was formed in 2020 to provide long-term investment returns. The Company will continue to operate until December 31, 2032, or until each of the investment funds in which the LLC invests terminates, unless terminated earlier or extended in accordance with the Operating Agreement. In 2020, UG completed the Subscription Agreement to become an investor in this LLC.

The Company invested in a Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) that was formed under the laws of the state of Delaware. The LLC was formed in 2022 to amplify philanthropy by primarily investing in venture capital investment funds and in direct venture capital investments of operating companies. The Company will continue to operate until December 31, 2034, or until each of the investment funds in which the LLC invests terminates, unless terminated earlier or extended in accordance with the Operating Agreement. In 2022, the Company completed the Subscription Agreement to become an investor in this LLC.

The Company invested in the Limited Partnership ("LP"), a closed-end fund, formed pursuant to the laws of the state of Delaware under a limited partnership agreement in 2022, and shall dissolve upon the first to occur of either the end of the tenth anniversary of the final closing date or, if extended, upon the end of such extension(s), upon the dissolution or removal of the General Partner or upon other specific circumstances as defined in the LP Agreement.

The Company invested in a closed-end LP fund that was formed pursuant to the laws of the State of Delaware under a limited partners agreement (the “Agreement”) in 2012 and is scheduled to terminate on the tenth anniversary of the final closing date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The purpose of the LP is to make investments in and pursue targets that educate, train, and inspire men and women in the United States and around the world to value free enterprise, business, and economics to improve the quality of their lives and the lives and the lives of those in their communities. In 2012, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP. The Company is currently in the process of winding down operations.

The Company invested in a closed-end LP fund that was formed pursuant to the laws of the State of Delaware under a limited partners agreement (the “Agreement”) in 2015 and is scheduled to terminate on the tenth anniversary of the final closing date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The purpose of the LP is to make investments in and pursue targets that educate, train, and inspire men and women in the United States and around the world to value free enterprise, business, and economics to improve the quality of their lives and the lives and the lives of those in their communities. In 2015, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP.

The Company invested in a closed-end LP fund that was formed pursuant to the laws of the State of Delaware under a limited partners agreement (the “Agreement”) in 2018 (the “Agreement”) and is scheduled to terminate on the twelfth anniversary of the Final Closing Date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The purpose of the Partnership is to make investments in and pursue targets that educate, train, and inspire men and women in the United States and around the world to value free enterprise, business, and economics to improve the quality of their lives and the lives and the lives of those in their communities. In 2018, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP.

The Company invested in a Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) that was formed under the laws of the state of Delaware. The LLC was formed in 2021 for the purpose of investing in companies located in emerging markets.  The Limited Liability Company Agreement provides for LLC to continue until dissolved, unless terminated earlier through terms specified in the Operating Agreement. In 2021, the Company entered into a Limited Liability Company Agreement to invest in the LLC.

The Company invested in a closed-end LP fund that was formed pursuant to the laws of the State of Delaware under a limited partners agreement (the “Agreement”) in 2024 and is scheduled to terminate on the tenth anniversary of the final closing date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The purpose of the LP is to invest in fire prevention related services. In 2024, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP.

The Company invested in a LP that was formed pursuant to the laws of the state of Delaware under a limited partnership agreement in 2021 (the “Agreement”) and is scheduled to terminate on the tenth anniversary of the Final Closing Date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The Partnership is organized for the principal purposes of acquiring, holding, supervising, managing and disposing of investment in recapitalization, management buyouts, and corporate divestitures of Portfolio Companies operating in various segments of the U.S. lower middle markets. In 2022, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP.

The Company invested in a Limited Partnership ("LP") that was formed under the laws of the state of Delaware. The LP was formed in 2024 to provide long-term investment returns. The Limited Partnership Agreement provides for the Fund to continue until dissolved. There are significant restrictions to the dissolution process, which are outlined in the LP Agreement. The Fund invests in listed equity and fixed income securities. In 2025, UG entered into a subscription agreement to invest in the LP.

Fair Value Measurements on a Nonrecurring Basis

Certain assets are not carried at fair value on a recurring basis. Accordingly, such investments are only included in the fair value hierarchy disclosure when the investment is subject to re-measurement at fair value after initial recognition and the resulting re-measurement is reflected in the Consolidated Financial Statements. The Company did not recognize any re-measurements or impairments of financial instruments at March 31, 2025 or December 31, 2024.

Fair Value Information About Financial Instruments Not Measured at Fair Value

Certain assets are not carried at fair value on a recurring basis. Accordingly, such investments are only included in the fair value hierarchy disclosure when the investment is subject to re-measurement at fair value after initial recognition and the resulting re-measurement is reflected in the Consolidated Financial Statements.

The following table presents the carrying amount and estimated fair values of the Company’s financial instruments not measured at fair value and indicates the level in the fair value hierarchy of the estimated fair value measurement based on the observability of the inputs used:

 
Carrying
   
Estimated
                   
March 31, 2025
 
Amount
   
Fair Value
   
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
 
Assets
                             
Held to maturity redeemable preferred stock
 
$
2,500,000
     
2,500,000
     
0
     
0
     
2,500,000
 
Equity securities, at cost
   
20,533,580
     
20,533,580
     
0
     
0
     
20,533,580
 
Mortgage loans on real estate
   
15,861,496
     
15,218,550
     
0
     
0
     
15,218,550
 
Notes receivable
   
13,894,905
     
13,979,632
     
0
     
0
     
13,979,632
 
Policy loans
   
5,646,798
     
5,646,798
     
0
     
0
     
5,646,798
 
Accrued investment income
   
1,080,264
     
1,080,264
     
0
     
0
     
1,080,264
 
                                         
Liabilities
                                       
Policy claims and benefits payable
   
3,468,417
     
3,468,417
     
0
     
0
     
3,468,417
 
Dividend and endowment accumulations
   
14,587,602
     
14,587,602
     
0
     
0
     
14,587,602
 

 
Carrying
   
Estimated
                   
December 31, 2024
 
Amount
   
Fair Value
   
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
 
Assets
                             
Held to maturity redeemable preferred stock
 
$
2,500,000
     
2,500,000
     
0
     
0
     
2,500,000
 
Equity securities, at cost
   
21,203,393
     
21,203,393
     
0
     
0
     
21,203,393
 
Mortgage loans on real estate
   
16,277,981
     
15,532,707
     
0
     
0
     
15,532,707
 
Notes receivable
   
12,672,175
     
12,750,201
     
0
     
0
     
12,750,201
 
Policy loans
   
5,692,565
     
5,692,565
     
0
     
0
     
5,692,565
 
Accrued investment income
   
1,264,416
     
1,264,416
     
0
     
0
     
1,264,416
 
                                         
Liabilities
                                       
Policy claims and benefits payable
   
3,847,214
     
3,847,214
     
0
     
0
     
3,847,214
 
Dividend and endowment accumulations
   
14,628,119
     
14,628,119
     
0
     
0
     
14,628,119
 

The above estimated fair value amounts have been determined based upon the following valuation methodologies. Considerable judgment was required to interpret market data in order to develop these estimates. Accordingly, the estimates are not necessarily indicative of the amounts which could be realized in a current market exchange.  The use of different market assumptions or estimation methodologies may have a material effect on the fair value amounts.

Held to maturity redeemable preferred stock is carried at cost, which approximates fair value.

Certain equity securities are reported at their cost basis, minus impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes in orderly transactions for the identical or a similar investment of the same issuer. It is not practicable to estimate their fair values due to insufficient information being available.

The fair values of mortgage loans on real estate are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses and interest rates being offered for similar loans to borrowers with similar credit ratings.  The inputs used to measure the fair value of our mortgage loans on real estate are classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy.

The fair values of notes receivable are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses and interest rates being offered for similar loans to borrowers with similar credit ratings. The inputs used to measure the fair value of the notes receivable are classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy.

Policy loans are carried at the aggregate unpaid principal balances in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets which approximate fair value, and earn interest at rates ranging from 4% to 8%. Individual policy liabilities in all cases equal or exceed outstanding policy loan balances.  The inputs used to measure the fair value of our policy loans are classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy.

The carrying value of accrued investment income approximates its fair value.

The carrying amounts reported for policy claims and benefits payable approximates fair value.

The carrying value for dividend and endowment accumulations approximates fair value.
 
Note 5 – Credit Arrangements

Instrument
 
Issue Date
 
Maturity Date
 
Revolving
Credit Limit
 
December 31, 2024
 
Borrowings
 
Repayments
 
March 31, 2025
Line of Credit:
                                 
UG - CMA
 
10/21/2021
 
10/3/2025
   
25,000,000
   
0
 
0
 
0
   
0

During October of 2024, the Federal Home Loan Bank approved UG’s Cash Management Advance Application (“CMA”). The CMA gives the Company the option of selecting a variable rate of interest for up to 90 days or a fixed rate for a maximum of 30 days. The variable rate CMA is prepayable at any time without a fee, while the fixed CMA is not prepayable prior to maturity. The Company has pledged bonds with a collateral lendable value of $21,588,771.

Note 6 – Shareholders’ Equity

Stock Repurchase Program – The Board of Directors of UTG has authorized the repurchase in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions of UTG’s common stock.  The Board of Directors of UTG authorized the repurchase of up to $26 million of UTG’s common stock in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions. Company Management has broad authority to operate the program, including the discretion of whether to purchase shares and the ability to suspend or terminate the program. Open market purchases are made based on the last available market price but may be limited.  During the three months ended March 31, 2025, the Company repurchased 3,219 shares through the stock repurchase program for $96,024. Through March 31, 2025, UTG has spent $20,935,578 in the acquisition of 1,384,039 shares under this program.

During 2025, the Company issued 481 shares of stock to management and employees as compensation at a cost of $13,974. These awards are determined at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Earnings Per Share Calculations

Earnings per share are based on the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during each period.  For the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, diluted earnings per share were the same as basic earnings per share since the Company had no dilutive instruments outstanding.

Note 7 – Commitments and Contingencies

The insurance industry has experienced a number of civil jury verdicts which have been returned against life and health insurers in the jurisdictions in which the Company does business involving the insurers’ sales practices, alleged agent misconduct, failure to properly supervise agents, and other matters.  Some of the lawsuits have resulted in the award of substantial judgments against the insurer, including material amounts of punitive damages.  In some states, juries have substantial discretion in awarding punitive damages in these circumstances.  In the normal course of business, the Company is involved from time to time in various legal actions and other state and federal proceedings.  Management is of the opinion that the ultimate disposition of the matters will not have a materially adverse effect on the Company’s results of operations or financial position.

Under the insurance guaranty fund laws in most states, insurance companies doing business in a participating state can be assessed up to prescribed limits for policyholder losses incurred by insolvent or failed insurance companies.  Although the Company cannot predict the amount of any future assessments, most insurance guaranty fund laws currently provide that an assessment may be excused or deferred if it would threaten an insurer’s financial strength.  Mandatory assessments may be partially recovered through a reduction in future premium tax in some states. The Company does not believe such assessments will be materially different from amounts already provided for in the consolidated financial statements, though the Company has no control over such assessments.

Mortgage Loan Commitments - The Company commits to lend funds under mortgage loan commitments. The amounts of these mortgage loan commitments were $70,448 and $745,561 at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively.

Notes Receivable Commitments - The Company commits to lend funds under notes receivable funding commitments. The amounts of these notes receivable commitments were $2,750,000 and $3,250,000 at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively.

Commitments to Fund Limited Liability Company and Limited Partnership Investments - The Company commits to fund investments in limited liability companies and limited partnership. The amounts of the unfunded commitments were $14,070,525 and $14,316,279 at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively.

Note 8 – Other Cash Flow Disclosures


On a cash basis, the Company paid the following expenses:

Three Months Ended
 
 
March 31,
 
 
2025
 
2024
 
Interest
 
$
0
   
$
23,169
 
Federal income tax
   
0
     
0
 

Note 9 – Concentrations of Credit Risk

The Company maintains cash balances in financial institutions that at times may exceed federally insured limits.  The Company maintains its primary operating cash accounts with First Southern National Bank, an affiliate of the largest shareholder of UTG, Mr. Jesse Correll, the Company’s CEO and Chairman.  The Company has not experienced any losses in such accounts and believes it is not exposed to any significant credit risk on cash and cash equivalents.

Because UTG serves primarily individuals located in three states, the ability of the Company's customers to pay their insurance premiums is impacted by the economic conditions in these areas.  As of March 31, 2025 and 2024, approximately 51% and 49%, respectively, of the Company’s total direct premium was collected from Illinois, Ohio, and Texas. Thus, results of operations are heavily dependent upon the strength of these economies.

The Company reinsures that portion of insurance risk which is in excess of its retention limits. Retention limits range up to $125,000 per life.  Life insurance ceded represented 21% and 20% of total life insurance in force at March 31, 2025 and  December 31, 2024, respectively.  Insurance ceded represented 57% and 31% of premium income for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The Company would be liable for the reinsured risks ceded to other companies to the extent that such reinsuring companies are unable to meet their obligations.

The Company owns a variety of investments associated with the oil and gas industry. These investments represent approximately 33% and 34% of the Company’s total invested assets as of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively. The following table provides an allocation of the oil and gas investments by type.

March 31, 2025
 
Land, Minerals &
Royalty Interests
   
Exploration
   
Total
 
Fixed maturities, at fair value
 
$
0
   
$
1,076,290
   
$
1,076,290
 
Equity securities, at fair value
   
125,910,473
     
0
     
125,910,473
 
Equity securities, at cost
   
4,654,714
     
0
     
4,654,714
 
Investment real estate
   
5,352,448
     
0
     
5,352,448
 
Notes receivable
   
1,875,000
     
0
     
1,875,000
 
Total
 
$
137,792,635
   
$
1,076,290
   
$
138,868,925
 

December 31, 2024
 
Land, Minerals &
Royalty Interests
   
Exploration
   
Total
 
Fixed maturities, at fair value
 
$
0
   
$
1,068,400
   
$
1,068,400
 
Equity securities, at fair value
   
124,155,007
     
0
     
124,155,007
 
Equity securities, at cost
   
4,863,572
     
0
     
4,863,572
 
Investment real estate
   
5,677,061
     
0
     
5,677,061
 
Notes receivable
   
1,875,000
     
0
     
1,875,000
 
Total
 
$
136,570,640
   
$
1,068,400
   
$
137,639,040
 

At March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, the Company owned 4 equity securities that represented approximately 82% and 81%, respectively, of the total investments associated with the oil and gas industry.

The Company’s results of operations and financial condition have in the past been, and may in the future be, adversely affected by the degree of certain industry specific concentrations in the Company’s investment portfolio. The Company has significant exposure to investments associated with the oil and gas industry. Events or developments that have a negative effect on the oil and gas industry may adversely affect the valuation of our investments in this specific industry. The Company’s ability to sell its investments associated with the oil and gas industry may be limited.

Note 10 – Segment Information

The Company is organized into a single reportable segment: insurance distribution. The Company derives its revenue entirely from within the United States and manages business activities on a consolidated basis. The Company’s chief operating decision maker is its Chief Executive Officer.

The accounting policies of the insurance distribution segment are the same as those described in the summary of significant accounting policies. The chief operating decision maker uses net income or loss, as reported on the Consolidated Statements of Operations, to assess performance and allocate resources for the insurance distribution segment. The significant segment expense categories regularly provided to the chief operating decision maker are the same as those included on the Consolidated Statements of Operations. The measure of segment assets is total assets as reported on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.

The chief operating decision maker uses net income or loss to assess performance by examining period-over-period trends and monitoring budget versus actual results.

Note 11 – Revision of Previously Issued Consolidated Financial Statements

As disclosed in Note 16 of the December 31, 2024 Form 10-K filing, the Company identified an error in its previously issued December 31, 2023 Consolidated Financial Statements related to the classification of certain investment types on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. The impact of the error to the December 31, 2023 Consolidated Financial Statements was not considered to be material. Certain exchange traded funds ("ETFs") were previously classified as fixed maturities, available for sale. To comply with GAAP reporting requirements, the Company has reclassified $24,325,291 of exchange traded funds out of fixed maturities, available for sale, to equity securities, at fair value. The ETFs were appropriately classified for year-end December 31, 2024.

To improve the consistency and comparability of the 2024 quarterly condensed consolidated financial statements, Management will revise the March 31, 2024 condensed consolidated financial statements and related disclosures to correct the error.

   
 As Previously
           
March 31, 2024
 
 Reported
 
 
 Adjustments
 
 
As Restated
Consolidated Statements of Operations
               
  Net investment income
$
3,048,789
 
$
(95,407)
 
$
2,953,382
  Change in fair value of equity securities
 
12,020,406
   
355,857
   
12,376,263
  Income tax expense (benefit)
 
2,432,629
   
170,177
   
2,602,806
  Net income attributable to common shareholders
 
9,149,506
   
90,273
   
9,239,779
  Basic income per share
 
2.88
   
0.04
   
2.92
  Diluted income per share
 
2.88
   
0.04
   
2.92
                 
                 
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
               
  Net income
$
9,178,523
 
$
90,273
 
$
9,268,796
  Unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during the period, pre-tax
 
(1,443,139)
   
658,251
   
(784,888)
  Tax (expense) benefit on unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during the period
 
303,060
   
(138,233)
   
164,827
  Unrealized holding gains (losses) during period, net of tax
 
(1,140,079)
   
520,018
   
(620,061)
  Subtotal: Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
 
(1,140,079)
   
520,018
   
(620,061)
                 
                 
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
               
  Net income
$
9,178,523
 
$
90,273
 
$
9,268,796
  Accretion of investments
 
(350,050)
   
95,407
   
(254,643)
  Change in fair value of equity securities
 
(12,020,406)
   
(355,857)
   
(12,376,263)
  Change in deferred income taxes
 
2,387,424
   
170,177
   
2,557,601



Item 2.  Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The following is Management's discussion and analysis of the financial condition and results of operations of UTG, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively with the Parent, the "Company").  The following discussion of the financial condition and results of operations of the Company should be read in conjunction with, and is qualified in its entirety by reference to, the Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company and the related Notes thereto appearing in the Company's annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended  December 31, 2024, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and our unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and related Notes thereto appearing elsewhere in this quarterly report.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This report on Form 10-Q contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which are intended to be covered by the safe harbors created by those laws. We have based our forward-looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events. Our forward-looking statements include information about possible or assumed future results of operations. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included or incorporated by reference in this report that address activities, events or developments that we expect or anticipate may occur in the future, including such things as the growth of our business and operations, our business strategy, competitive strengths, goals, plans, future capital expenditures and references to future successes may be considered forward-looking statements. Also, when we use words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “probably,” or similar expressions, we are making forward-looking statements.

Numerous risks and uncertainties may impact the matters addressed by our forward-looking statements, any of which could negatively and materially affect our future financial results and performance.

Although we believe that the assumptions underlying our forward-looking statements are reasonable, any of these assumptions, and, therefore, the forward-looking statements based on these assumptions, could themselves prove to be inaccurate. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements that are included in this report, our inclusion of this information is not a representation by us or any other person that our objectives and plans will be achieved. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, any forward-looking event discussed in this report may not occur.  Our forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made, and we undertake no obligation to update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or other developments, unless the securities laws require us to do so.

Overview

UTG, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is a life insurance holding company.  The Company’s dominant business is individual life insurance, which includes the servicing of existing insurance policies in-force, the acquisition of other companies in the life insurance business, the acquisition of blocks of business and the administration and processing of life insurance business for other entities.

UTG has a strong philanthropic program.  The Company generally allocates a portion of its earnings to be used for its philanthropic efforts primarily targeted to Christ-centered organizations or organizations that help the weak or poor.  The Company also encourages its staff to be involved on a personal level through monetary giving, volunteerism and use of their talents to assist those less fortunate than themselves.  Through these efforts, the Company hopes to make a positive difference in the local community, state, nation and world.

Critical Accounting Policies

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect reported amounts and related disclosures. Actual results could differ significantly from those estimates.  The Company has identified certain estimates that involve a higher degree of judgment and are subject to a significant degree of variability.  The Company's critical accounting policies and the related estimates considered most significant by Management are disclosed in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024Management has identified the accounting policies related to cost of insurance acquired, assumptions and judgments utilized in determining if declines in fair values of investments are other-than-temporary, and valuation methods for investments that are not actively traded as those, due to the judgments, estimates and assumptions inherent in those policies, are critical to an understanding of the Company's Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and this Management's Discussion and Analysis.

During the three-months ended March 31, 2025, there were no additions to or changes in the critical accounting policies disclosed in the 2024 Form 10-K.




Results of Operations

On a consolidated basis, the Company reported net income attributable to common shareholders of approximately $12.8 and $9.2 million for the three-month period ended March 31, 2025 and 2024.

Revenues

For the three-month period ended March 31, 2025, the Company reported total revenues of approximately $21.9 million and for the same period in 2024 total revenues of approximately $16.9 million.

The variance in total revenue between first quarter 2025 and 2024 is primarily the result of the change in the fair value of equity securities. The Company reported a first quarter 2025 gain in the change in the fair value of equity securities of approximately $16.3 million. In 2024, the Company reported a first quarter gain in the change in the fair value of equity securities of approximately $12.0 million. The stock markets have experienced volatility in recent periods, which in general, should always be expected.

This line item is material to the results reported in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, and this line item can also be extremely volatile, as it reflects changes in the stock market. While these results can be material and volatile, most of the equity holdings of the Company were acquired with a long-term view, thus making these intermediate changes in value of less concern to Management. Management monitors its equity holdings looking more at the specific entity and market it is in relative to performance and less to changes due to general market swings that occur over the holding period of the investment.

The Company reported revenue before net investment gains (losses) of approximately $4.6 million and $4.5 million for the three-month-period ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. When comparing the 2025 and 2024 results, the revenues are comparable within all categories.

The following table summarizes the Company's investment performance.

 
Three Months Ended March 31,
 
 
2025
 
2024
 
Net investment income
 
$
3,118,736
   
$
2,953,382
 
Net investment gains
 
$
975,769
   
$
37,470
 
Change in net unrealized investment gains on equity securities, pre-tax
 
$
16,290,482
   
$
12,376,263
 

The following table reflects net investment income of the Company:

 
Three Months Ended
 
   
March 31,
 
   
2025
   
2024
 
Fixed maturities available for sale
 
$
688,530
   
$
727,570
 
Held to maturity redeemable preferred stock
   
40,719
     
41,171
 
Equity securities
   
725,607
     
595,378
 
Trading securities
   
0
     
(7,301
)
Mortgage loans
   
220,927
     
208,856
 
Real estate
   
1,665,122
     
1,754,841
 
Notes receivable
   
310,929
     
311,422
 
Policy loans
   
91,506
     
100,958
 
Short-term investments
   
22,406
     
332,605
 
Cash and cash equivalents
   
404,644
     
304,827
 
Total consolidated investment income
   
4,170,390
     
4,370,327
 
Investment expenses
   
(1,051,654
)
   
(1,416,945
)
Consolidated net investment income
 
$
3,118,736
   
$
2,953,382
 

Net investment income represented 67% and 66% of the Company's revenue before net investment gains (losses) as of March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. When comparing current and prior year results, net investment income was comparable in most of the investment categories outside of the short term, cash, and cash equivalents investment portfolios.

In the second half of 2024, the Federal Open Market Committee (“FOMC”) cut the interest rate 3 times for a total of 1% making the current rate 4.50%. The Company anticipates a similar decline in earnings on cash balances and any new investments that are acquired as investments mature.

The earnings reported by the cash and short term investments represented 10% and 14% of the total consolidated investment income reported by the Company during the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The decrease in earnings in this category is the result of a combination of higher cash and short term holdings in 2024 and from decreased interest rates received from banks and other deposit institutions due to FOMC rate changes. With the 2024 rate declines of 1%, the Company anticipates experiencing a similar decline in earnings on cash balances going forward.

The following table reflects net realized investment gains for the three months ended March 31:

   
2025
 
2024
Equity securities
$
975,769
$
0
Real estate
 
0
 
37,461
Short-term investments
 
0
 
9
Consolidated net realized investment gains
 
975,769
 
37,470
Change in fair value of equity securities
 
16,290,482
 
12,376,263
Net investment gains
$
17,266,251
$
12,413,733
 
Realized investment gains are the result of one-time events and are expected to vary from year to year.

In 2025, the sale of one equity security represents all the realized investment gains from equity securities.

In 2024, the Company reported realized gains on real estate of $37,461.  This was the result of the sale of several smaller parcels of property located in Kentucky.

The Company reported a year-to-date 2025 change in the fair value of equity securities of approximately $16.3 million. In 2024, The Company reported a year-to-date change in the fair value of equity securities of approximately $12.4 million. This line item is material to the results reported in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, and this line item can also be extremely volatile, as it reflects changes in the stock market. While these results can be material and volatile, most of the equity holdings of the Company were acquired with a long-term view, thus making these intermediate changes in value of less concern to Management. Management monitors its equity holdings looking more at the specific entity and market it is in relative to performance and less to changes due to general market swings that occur over the holding period of the investment.

In 2025 and 2024, the Company saw positive results in its equity investments. Equity investments primarily in the oil and gas area represent almost all the unrealized gains reported in 2025 and 2024.  Periodic pull backs and rallies are expected by management.  Management believes its current equity investments continue to be solid investments for the Company and have further growth potential; however, changes in market conditions could cause volatility in market prices.

In summary, the Company’s basis for future revenue is expected to come from the following primary sources: Conservation of business currently in-force, the maximization of investment earnings and the acquisition of other companies or policy blocks in the life insurance business. Management has placed a significant emphasis on the development of these revenue sources to enhance these opportunities.

Expenses

The Company reported total benefits and other expenses of approximately $5.4 million for the the three month period ended March 31, 2025, an increase of approximately 6% from the same period in 2024. Benefits, claims and settlement expenses represented approximately 58% and 56% of the Company's total expenses for the three month periods ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The other major expense category of the Company is operating expenses, which represented approximately 40% and 41% of the Company's total expenses for the three month periods ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.

Life benefits, claims and settlement expenses, net of reinsurance benefits and claims were up approximately 11% when comparing the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024. Policy claims vary from period to period and therefore, fluctuations in mortality are to be expected and are not considered unusual by Management.

Changes in policyholder reserves, or future policy benefits, also impact this line item.  Reserves are calculated on an individual policy basis and generally increase over the life of the policy as a result of additional premium payments and acknowledgment of increased risk as the insured continues to age.

The short-term impact of policy surrenders is negligible since a reserve for future policy benefits payable is held which is, at a minimum, equal to and generally greater than the cash surrender value of a policy.  The benefit of fewer policy surrenders is primarily received over a longer time period through the retention of the Company’s asset base.

Operating expenses increased approximately 2% in the three month period ended March 31, 2025 as compared to the same period in 2024. Although it is a minor increase, there is one expense item that is attributable to the increase in operating expenses, charitable contributions. Charitable expense was approximately $85,000 more in the three month period ended March 31, 2025 as compared to the same period in 2024. Charitable expense fluctuates based on reported taxable income of the Company.  Expenses in the remaining categories are comparable between years.

As mentioned above in the Overview section of the Management Discussion and Analysis, UTG has a strong philanthropic program.  The Company generally allocates a portion of its earnings to be used for its philanthropic efforts primarily targeted to Christ-centered organizations or organizations that help the weak or poor.  Charitable contributions made by the Company are expected to vary from year to year depending on the earnings of the Company.

Net amortization of cost of insurance acquired decreased approximately 3% when comparing current and prior year activity. Cost of insurance acquired is established when an insurance company is acquired or when the Company acquires a block of in-force business.  The Company assigns a portion of its cost to the right to receive future profits from insurance contracts existing at the date of the acquisition.  Cost of insurance acquired is amortized with interest in relation to expected future profits, including direct charge-offs for any excess of the unamortized asset over the projected future profits. The interest rates may vary due to risk analysis performed at the time of acquisition on the business acquired. The Company utilizes a 12% discount rate on the remaining unamortized business. The amortization is adjusted retrospectively when estimates of current or future gross profits to be realized from a group of products are revised.  Amortization of cost of insurance acquired is particularly sensitive to changes in interest rate spreads and persistency of certain blocks of insurance in-force.  This expense is expected to decrease unless the Company acquires a new block of business.

Management continues to place significant emphasis on expense monitoring and cost containment. Maintaining administrative efficiencies directly impacts net income.

Financial Condition

Investment Information

Investments are the largest asset group of the Company.  The Company's insurance subsidiary is regulated by insurance statutes and regulations as to the type of investments they are permitted to make, and the amount of funds that may be used for any one type of investment.

The following table reflects, by investment category, the investments held by the Company:

   
March 31, 2025
 
As a % of Total Investments
 
As a % of Total Assets
 
Fixed maturities
$
74,324,760
 
17%
 
15%
 
Held to maturity redeemable preferred stock
 
2,500,000
 
1%
 
1%
 
Equity securities, at fair value
 
259,242,167
 
61%
 
52%
 
Equity securities, at cost
 
20,533,580
 
5%
 
4%
 
Mortgage loans
 
15,861,496
 
4%
 
3%
 
Notes receivable
 
28,705,507
 
7%
 
6%
 
Real estate
 
13,894,905
 
3%
 
3%
 
Policy loans
 
5,646,798
 
1%
 
1%
 
Short-term investments
 
1,977,093
 
1%
 
1%
 
Total investments
$
422,686,306
 
100%
 
86%
 

   
December 31, 2024
 
As a % of Total Investments
 
As a % of Total Assets
 
Fixed maturities
$
76,480,086
 
19%
 
16%
 
Held to maturity redeemable preferred stock
 
2,500,000
 
1%
 
1%
 
Equity securities, at fair value
 
234,506,227
 
59%
 
49%
 
Equity securities, at cost
 
21,203,393
 
5%
 
4%
 
Mortgage loans
 
16,277,981
 
4%
 
3%
 
Notes receivable
 
28,615,602
 
7%
 
6%
 
Real estate
 
12,672,175
 
3%
 
3%
 
Policy loans
 
5,692,565
 
1%
 
1%
 
Short-term investments
 
1,954,687
 
1%
 
1%
 
Total investments
$
399,902,716
 
100%
 
84%
 

The Company's investments are generally managed to match related insurance and policyholder liabilities.  The comparison of investment return with insurance or investment product crediting rates establishes an interest spread.  Interest crediting rates on adjustable-rate policies have been reduced to their guaranteed minimum rates, and as such, cannot be lowered any further.  Policy interest crediting rate changes and expense load changes become effective on an individual policy basis on the next policy anniversary.  Therefore, it takes a full year from the time the change was determined for the full impact of such change to be realized.  If interest rates decline in the future, the Company will not be able to lower rates and both net investment income and net income will be impacted negatively.

The Company’s total investments represented 86% and 84% of the Company’s total assets as of March 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, respectively. Fixed maturities and equity securities consistently represented a substantial portion, 83%, of the total investments during 2025 and 2024, respectively.  The overall investment mix, as a percentage of total investments, remained fairly consistent when comparing the respective investments held as of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024.

As of March 31, 2025, the carrying value of fixed maturity securities in default as to principal or interest was immaterial in the context of consolidated assets, shareholders’ equity or results from operations.  To provide additional flexibility and liquidity, the Company has identified all fixed maturity securities as "investments available for sale".  Investments available for sale are carried at market value, with changes in market value charged directly to the other comprehensive component of shareholders' equity. Changes in the market value of available for sale securities resulted in net unrealized gains (losses) of approximately $729,000 and ($620,000) as of March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The variance in the net unrealized gains and losses is the result of normal market fluctuations mainly related to changes in interest rates in the marketplace.

Management continues to view the Company’s investment portfolio with utmost priority. Significant time has been spent internally researching the Company’s risk and communicating with outside investment advisors about the current investment environment and ways to ensure preservation of capital and mitigate losses.  Management has put extensive efforts into evaluating the investment holdings.  Additionally, members of the Company’s Board of Directors and investment committee have been solicited for advice and provided with information.  Management reviews the Company’s entire portfolio on a security level basis to be sure all understand our holdings, potential risks and underlying credit supporting the investments.  Management intends to continue its close monitoring of its bond holdings and other investments for possible deterioration or market condition changes.  Future events may result in Management’s determination that certain current investment holdings may need to be sold which could result in gains or losses in future periods.

There are a number of significant risks and uncertainties inherent in the process of monitoring impairments and determining if impairment is other-than-temporary. These risks and uncertainties related to Management’s assessment of other-than-temporary declines in value include but are not limited to: the risk that Company's assessment of an issuer's ability to meet all of its contractual obligations will change based on changes in the credit characteristics of that issuer; the risk that the economic outlook will be worse than expected or have more of an impact on the issuer than anticipated; the risk that fraudulent information could be provided to the Company's investment professionals who determine the fair value estimates.

Capital Resources

Total shareholders' equity increased by approximately 6.4% as of March 31, 2025, compared to December 31, 2024. The increase is mainly attributable to an increase in retained earnings, which is the result of the current year net income reported by the Company and by the increase in market value of the available for sale fixed maturities portfolio.

Liquidity

Liquidity provides the Company with the ability to meet on demand the cash commitments required by its business operations and financial obligations.  The Company’s liquidity is primarily derived from cash balances, a portfolio of marketable securities and line of credit facilities.  The Company has two principal needs for cash – the insurance company’s contractual obligations to policyholders and the payment of operating expenses.

Parent Company Liquidity

UTG is a holding company that has no day-to-day operations of its own.  Cash flows from UTG’s insurance subsidiary, UG, are used to pay costs associated with maintaining the Company in good standing with states in which it does business and purchasing outstanding shares of UTG stock.  UTG's cash flow is dependent on management fees received from its insurance subsidiary, stockholder dividends from its subsidiary and earnings received on cash balances.  As of March 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, substantially all of the consolidated shareholders’ equity represents net assets of its subsidiaries. As of March 31, 2025, the Parent company has received no dividends from its insurance subsidiary. Certain restrictions exist on the payment of dividends from the insurance subsidiary to the Parent company.  For further information regarding the restrictions on the payment of dividends by the insurance subsidiary, see Note 6 – Shareholders’ Equity in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.  Although these restrictions exist, dividend availability from the insurance subsidiary has historically been sufficient to meet the cash flow needs of the Parent company.
 
Insurance Subsidiary Liquidity

Sources of cash flows for the insurance subsidiary primarily consist of premium and investment income.  Cash outflows from operations include policy benefit payments, administrative expenses, taxes and dividends to the Parent company.

Short-Term Borrowings

During October of 2024, the Federal Home Loan Bank approved the renewal of UG’s Cash Management Advance Application (“CMA”). The CMA is a source of overnight liquidity utilized to address the day-to-day cash needs of a Company. The CMA gives the company the option of selecting a variable rate of interest for up to 90 days or a fixed rate for a maximum of 30 days.  The variable rate CMA is prepayable at any time without a fee, while the fixed CMA is not prepayable prior to maturity. The Company has pledged bonds with a collateral lendable value of $21.6 million as of March 31, 2025. The Company has no outstanding borrowings on the CMA at March 31, 2025 nor had any borrowing activity during 2025.

Consolidated Liquidity

Cash used in operating activities was approximately $3.3 million in 2025 and cash used by operating activities was approximately $2.0 million in 2024. Sources of operating cash flows of the Company, as with most insurance entities, is comprised primarily of premiums received on life insurance products and income earned on investments.  Uses of operating cash flows consist primarily of payments of benefits to policyholders and beneficiaries and operating expenses.  The Company has not marketed any significant new products for several years.  As such, premium revenues continue to decline with the exception of fluctuations in reinsurance premiums.  Management anticipates future cash flows from operations to remain similar to historic trends.

During 2025, the Company’s investing activities used net cash of approximately $5.0 million and provided net cash of approximately $20.7 million in 2024. The Company recognized proceeds of approximately $6.8 million and $26.0 million from investments sold and matured in 2025 and 2024, respectively.  The Company used approximately $11.8 million and $5.3 million to acquire investments during 2025 and 2024, respectively.  The net cash provided by or used in investing activities is expected to vary from year to year depending on market conditions and management’s ability to find and negotiate favorable investment contracts.

Net cash used in financing activities was approximately $229,000 and $19.0 million during 2025 and 2024, respectively. As of March 31, 2025 and 2024, the Company had no debt outstanding with third parties.

The Company had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $36.8 million and $45.3 million as of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively.  The Company has a portfolio of marketable fixed maturity securities that could be sold, if an unexpected event were to occur.  These securities had a fair value of approximately $74.3 million at March 31, 2025. However, the strong cash flows from investing activities, investment maturities and the availability of the line of credit facilities make it unlikely that the Company would need to sell securities for liquidity purposes.

Management believes the overall sources of liquidity available will be sufficient to satisfy its financial obligations.

ITEM 4.  CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

The Company maintains a set of disclosure controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in reports that it files or submits under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the Exchange Act), is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in Securities and Exchange Commission rules and forms. In addition, the disclosure controls and procedures ensure that information required to be disclosed is accumulated and communicated to Management, including the principal executive officer and principal financial officer, allowing timely decisions regarding required disclosure. Under the supervision and with the participation of our Management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, we conducted an evaluation of our disclosure controls and procedures, as such term is defined under Rule 13a-15(e) promulgated under the Exchange Act. Based on this evaluation, our principal executive officer and our principal financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by this quarterly report.

PART II.  OTHER INFORMATION

ITEM 1.  LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

NONE

ITEM 1A.  RISK FACTORS

NONE

ITEM 2.  UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS

NONE

ITEM 3.  DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES

NONE

ITEM 4.  MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES

NONE

ITEM 5.  OTHER INFORMATION

NONE

ITEM 6.  EXHIBITS

Exhibit Number
Description
*31.1
Certification of Jesse T. Correll, Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer and President of UTG, as required pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
*31.2
Certification of Theodore C. Miller, Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of UTG, as required pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
*32.1
Certification of Jesse T. Correll, Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer and President of UTG, as required pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
*32.2
Certification of Theodore C. Miller, Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of UTG, as required pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
**101
The following financial statements from the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, formatted in Inline Extensible Business Reporting Language (iXBRL): (i) Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, (ii) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, (iii) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income, (iv) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity, (v) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows and (vi) Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (detail tagged).
**104
Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted in iXBRL and included in exhibit 101).

* Filed herewith


SIGNATURES


Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.


UTG, INC.
(Registrant)

Date:
May 13, 2025
 
By
/s/ Jesse T. Correll
       
Jesse T. Correll
       
Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer, President, and Director
(Principal Executive Officer)



Date:
May 13, 2025
 
By
/s/ Theodore C. Miller
       
Theodore C. Miller
       
Chief Financial Officer and
Senior Vice President
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)